Road Trips from Camden, NJ
Camden is a solid launchpad for day trips across New Jersey. You've got options that are mostly highway, keeping the drive time under two hours, and many are less than 75 miles. Most routes have a drive score of 9, indicating a good driving experience. Plus, a lot of these destinations are near national parks, offering a good mix of driving and outdoor exploration. Think short hops to areas with mostly flat terrain, perfect for a quick escape.
Total Routes
128
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
107
Under 2 hours
95 total in this range
Mendham, NJ
1h 57m82.8 mi one way
This 82.8-mile drive to Mendham takes about 2 hours and offers mixed highway and surface roads. It's one of the closest options to multiple national parks like Morristown and Thomas Edison. The terrain is mostly flat, making it an easy day trip.
Fair Haven, NJ
1h 45m75.8 mi one way
At 75.8 miles and 1.8 hours, this trip to Fair Haven is a quick, mostly highway route. It's notably close to Gateway National Recreation Area, offering park access. Like many of the shorter trips, it features mostly flat terrain.
Oceanport, NJ
1h 39m72.7 mi one way
This 72.7-mile drive to Oceanport is one of the shortest options, taking only 1.7 hours. It's primarily a highway route with a high drive score, and it's near Gateway National Recreation Area. The mostly flat terrain makes for straightforward travel.
Bloomingdale, NJ
1h 22m59.2 mi one way
This 59.2-mile trip to Bloomingdale is the shortest option available, clocking in at just 1.4 hours. It's a mostly highway route with a strong drive score and is close to Morristown and Thomas Edison National Historical Parks. The terrain is mostly flat.
Green Knoll, NJ
1h 36m68.3 mi one way
A 68.3-mile drive to Green Knoll takes about 1.6 hours. This route uses a mix of highway and surface roads, with a good drive score. It's conveniently located near Morristown National Historical Park and Thomas Edison National Historical Park, with mostly flat terrain.
Full-day getaway
33 total in this range
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
2h 8m93.9 mi one way
Whippany, NJ
2h 2m89.1 mi one way
Lake Mohawk, NJ
2h 37m105 mi one way
This 105-mile trip to Lake Mohawk takes 2.6 hours, making it one of the longer excursions. It's a mostly highway route with access to several parks, including Morristown and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The terrain is gently rolling.
Montvale, NJ
2h 25m110.1 mi one way
At 110.1 miles, this is the longest drive of the bunch, requiring 2.4 hours. It's a mostly highway route with a drive score of 9. You'll be near Paterson Great Falls, Thomas Edison, and Gateway National Recreation Area. The terrain is mostly flat.
Mountain Lakes, NJ
2h 9m94.7 mi one way
This 94.7-mile drive to Mountain Lakes takes 2.2 hours. It's a mostly highway route with a high drive score, and it offers proximity to Morristown, Thomas Edison, and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Parks. The terrain is mostly flat.
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Mendham, NJ
1h 57m82.8 mi one way
Fair Haven, NJ
1h 45m75.8 mi one way
Oceanport, NJ
1h 39m72.7 mi one way
Bloomingdale, NJ
1h 22m59.2 mi one way
Fair Haven, NJ
1h 45m75.8 mi one way
Shrewsbury, NJ
1h 38m72.4 mi one way
Basking Ridge, NJ
1h 48m77.9 mi one way
Hazlet, NJ
1h 37m68.9 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers a chance to explore the parks near these destinations, with mostly flat terrain making for easy walks before the summer heat.
Summer
Summer drives are ideal for accessing the national recreation areas and parks, as most routes are under 2 hours and feature mostly flat terrain.
Fall
Fall foliage can be enjoyed on the drives to parks like Morristown or Delaware Water Gap, with mostly flat terrain making for pleasant exploration.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible on these mostly flat, highway-focused routes, though park access might be more limited depending on the specific location.
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